UMaine System announces 90-credit, online pilot programs for adult learners

University of Maine System to pilot 90-credit bachelor’s degrees for adult learners

UMS announced plans to launch 90-credit applied bachelor's degrees for adult learners to boost workforce development and degree completion across Maine.

UMaine System announces 90-credit, online pilot programs for adult learners

The initiative will promote economic mobility and address the state's workforce needs, the University of Maine System says.

Maine university system approves accelerated degree programs to address workforce gaps • Maine Morning Star

The University of Maine at Orono campus. (Photo by University of Maine)The University of Maine System is seeking to add accelerated degrees catered to adult learners at several campuses with the goal of addressing workforce shortages in Maine. At their Monday meeting, system trustees approved four new, shorter bachelor’s degree programs in public administration and psychology, making the state’s public universities the first in Maine to seek acc…

University of Maine System to lead state in accelerating adult degree completion with new applied 90-credit bachelor’s programs

ORONO— The University of Maine System (UMS) will become the first institution in the state to seek accreditor approval to pilot a new kind of applied degree program that addresses critical workforce shortages. At its regular meeting today, the UMS Board of Trustees unanimously approved the System piloting five 90-credit applied bachelor’s programs specifically for adult learners who have not yet completed a door-opening degree and have been out …

UMaine system making it easier for adults to pursue education

ORONO -- The University of Maine System is trying to make it easier for adult learners to get a degree.

University of Maine System to lead state in accelerating adult degree completion with new applied 90-credit bachelor’s programs  - University of Maine System

UMS Trustees gave approval today for four of Maine’s public universities to pilot 90-credit applied bachelor’s degree programs that promote Mainers’ economic mobility and address critical workforce needs in the state, including in public administration and psychology  ORONO, Maine — The University of Maine System (UMS) will become the first institution in…